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Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is a voluntary aided primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 173 pupils, and a capacity of 176 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–9

Age range

173

Pupils

176

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is managed by Newcastle upon Tyne and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Newcastle upon Tyne before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Newcastle upon Tyne catchment area documents →

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School — School Information

Full address
Christon Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 1US
Local authority
Newcastle upon Tyne
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.5% of pupils
DfE URN
108495

Other Primary Schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

If Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newcastle-upon-Tyne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Archbishop Runcie CofE First School

Is Archbishop Runcie CofE First School oversubscribed?

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is operating close to its capacity of 176 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Archbishop Runcie CofE First School?

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Newcastle upon Tyne before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Archbishop Runcie CofE First School cover?

Archbishop Runcie CofE First School is a primary school in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.